A compact family cruiser refreshed for 2026
The Marex 310 Sun Cruiser remains a 9.46-metre planing family boat, but the current version receives a visible group of practical revisions. Marex lists a larger roof, new side vents, updated cockpit details and revised interior stitching as part of the model's 2026 facelift.
The changes keep the established two-cabin concept while updating areas owners use throughout a normal day on the water. This approach is significant in a mature production model because it improves usability without forcing existing buyers to move into a larger and more expensive boat simply to gain newer equipment.
Extended stern space and more solar capacity
Marex says the extended swim platform adds almost one metre of extra space at the stern, creating a larger area for boarding, swimming and relaxing close to the water. On a boat under ten metres, that additional working space can be especially useful when handling children, water toys or fenders.
The redesigned roof also creates room for up to 450 watts of solar panels, according to the builder. Solar output varies with location, season, shading and installation, but the extra capacity can help support batteries and routine hotel loads while reducing the need to rely exclusively on shore power.
Current dimensions and accommodation remain manageable
Marex lists the 310 at 9.46 metres long and 3.22 metres in beam, with accommodation for four plus two additional berths. The specification includes two cabins and one head, giving the boat genuine weekend capability while keeping its overall footprint within the compact-cruiser category.
Engine choices vary, so buyers should compare total displacement, propeller or drive configuration and normal loading rather than focus only on maximum speed. The official page quotes up to 35 knots, but real performance will depend on machinery choice, fuel, passengers, weather and the equipment installed aboard.
What the update means for owners
The 2026 revisions concentrate on the areas that often determine whether a smaller cruiser works comfortably in regular use: access to the water, shade, cockpit practicality and electrical independence. None of these features replaces the need to examine storage, engine access and visibility during a physical inspection.
For buyers who want a family cruiser below ten metres, the refreshed 310 remains notable because the improvements do not depend on increasing hull size. A sea trial should still be used to judge noise, handling and motion, while a detailed equipment list is essential for understanding what is standard and what remains optional.
Official sources: marex.no.